David Briley is an American politician who served as the mayor of Nashville, Tennessee. He took office in 2018 after the resignation of Megan Barry. Briley is a member of the Democratic Party and has been involved in local politics for many years. Before becoming mayor, Briley served on the Metro Nashville City Council and held various leadership roles within the city government. His tenure focused on issues such as affordable housing, public safety, and economic development, aiming to address the needs of Nashville's growing population.